American · United States
Classic American Cheeseburger with Lettuce and Tomato
A straightforward cheeseburger with fresh lettuce, tomato, and a juicy beef patty.
20 minutes4 servings

Ingredients
Method
- Preheat a grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
- Form the ground beef into 4 equal patties and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side until desired doneness.
- Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and let melt.
- Toast the hamburger buns briefly.
- Spread mayonnaise and ketchup on the bottom buns.
- Add the lettuce, tomato slices, and the patty with cheese, then top with the top bun.
- Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.





